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Although we are at the very beginning of the adoption process, still wading through the home study, it is time for us to begin preparing ourselves and our children for our new family members. Thankfully, several books have been written that seem to be helpful to friends who have adopted and we also have a few local resources that offer classes and support services to adoptive families. We know it's going to be difficult at first. We also know it may always be difficult, but we are going to do as much as we can to help all of our children adjust and bond with each other and with us.

Adoption Timeline

10/25/11- Home study initiated1/8/12- Decide to adopt from China instead of Ukraine.4/23/12- Home study arrives at our home!4/23/12- Mailed USCIS6/1/12- USCIS approval6/18/12- First agency says we are DTC!!!6/19/12- First agency says we are NOT DTC and will not be until September!6/26/12- Decided to switch to a new agency.7/9/12- DTC!7/18/12- LID (dossier log in date)9/24/12- LOA!!!11/16/12- I800 approval11/28/12- NVC cable12/13/12- Article 512/26/12- Travel Approval1/21/12- Meet Lily!1/29/12- Consulate appointment in Guangzhou